Accounts Payable Manager

Overview ACCOUNTS PAYABLE MANAGER LOCATION: PREMIER - FINANCE AND ACCOUNTING DEPARTMENT (SHAFTER, CA.) SHIFT: DAY REPORTS TO: CORPORATE CONTROLLER About the Opportunity: Grimmway Produce Group is seeking an Accounts Payable Manager responsible for leading and developing a high‑performing Accounts Payable team while ensuring the timely, accurate, and compliant processing of invoices, payments, and vendor transactions across multiple business entities. This role oversees a team of 10+ AP professionals and serves as a key partner in driving process improvements, system implementations, and organizational change initiatives. Whether you are a current GPG team member looking to grow your career or a professional seeking a rewarding opportunity in agriculture, this position offers the chance to contribute to one of the world’s largest carrot and organic vegetable grower, packer, and shippers. At GPG, we take pride in delivering fresh, healthy, and safe products to communities while caring for the earth’s natural resources and investing in our family of employees—come grow with us! What You Will Need 5-10 years of progressive Accounts Payable experience Minimum of 3-5 years of leadership experience managing teams Experience managing Accounts Payable operations in a multi‑company or multi‑entity environment Demonstrated experience supporting process automation, software upgrades and implementations, or major accounting transformation initiatives Strong understanding of AP processes, internal controls, and accounting principles Experience with high‑volume transaction processing Advanced proficiency in ERP systems and Microsoft Office software, especially Excel Excellent oral and written communication skills Excellent organizational skills with attention to details; strong interpersonal skills to interact with all levels of individuals throughout operations and management Ability to work well in a self‑directed, fast‑paced, changing environment with minimum supervision Remote work not available for this position Must have a valid driver’s license and maintain a driving record that meets company policy, insurance and DMV requirements. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a pre‑employment screening consistent with applicable state and federal law. Benefits Total Rewards: $90,000 - $115,000 / YEAR Actual compensation paid within the range will be determined by factors such as the education, experience, knowledge, skills and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data. Subsidized benefits package including Medical and Dental coverage. Generous vision reimbursement allowance for each covered family member per calendar year. 401(k) plan Paid Time Off / Paid Sick and Safe Time Employer‑paid life insurance Subsidized gym membership Discounted tickets to major theme parks throughout California. #J-18808-Ljbffr